As the NRA predicted, however, the focus of the treaty is now shifting almost exclusively to the domestic civilian trade in firearms.
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Cox: The UN Threat To Our Freedoms Persists
BY S.H. Blannelberry Published: December 22, 2016 Updated: December 22, 2016California Residents: Dec. 21st is Last Day to Buy ‘Bullet Button’ ARs
BY S.H. Blannelberry Published: December 21, 2016 Updated: December 21, 2016The anti-gun czars of California have won. Their draconian gun laws are rolling out as we speak and Dec. 21st is the last day that Golden State resident have to lawfully purchase AR-platform rifles equipped with a “bullet button.”
California: Microstamping Challenged, Extra Waiting Period Back In
BY Max Slowik Published: December 19, 2016 Updated: December 19, 2016Mixed news for California gun owners as courts reject the case for microstamping but uphold the waiting period for existing gun owners.
Congressional 2A Caucus Founder Talks Deregulating Suppressors, National Reciprocity
BY S.H. Blannelberry Published: December 16, 2016 Updated: December 16, 2016“The recent election results present us with a new opportunity to advance pro-gun legislation and reverse the erosion of the Second Amendment that’s occurred over the last few decades,” Massie said.
Smith & Wesson Expanding Brand, Changing Name
BY Max Slowik Published: December 15, 2016 Updated: December 15, 2016The Smith & Wesson Holding Corp. will adopt a new corporate name effective Jan. 1, 2017. The change reflects their expansion into more outdoor activities.
Semi-Auto Hunting in Pennsylvania: How the Black Rifle Went Mainstream
BY Max Slowik Published: December 15, 2016 Updated: August 3, 2024After a long battle, Pennsylvania recently passed new legislation allowing hunters to hunt with semi-automatic guns. The black rifle has gone mainstream.
Women Defending Themselves is ‘Unrealistic and Offensive,’ Says Canadian Minister
BY S.H. Blannelberry Published: December 14, 2016 Updated: December 14, 2016“Ms. Leitch’s proposal is unrealistic and offensive to women across this country,” said the Minister. “Her misguided approach places the onus on women to defend themselves rather than focusing on addressing and preventing gender-based violence.”
Obama Sends Signed U.N. Arms Trade Treaty to Senate for Approval
BY S.H. Blannelberry Published: December 14, 2016 Updated: December 14, 2016“I recommend that the Senate give early and favorable consideration to the Treaty, and that it give its advice and consent to ratification of the Treaty, Obama said in the press release.
Shannon Watts Opposes National Concealed Carry But Isn’t ‘Anti-Gun’
BY S.H. Blannelberry Published: December 13, 2016 Updated: December 13, 2016“With rights come responsibilities and the NRA is trying to create an America without responsibility,” Watts told the Daily Camera, noting that her members support “common sense” measures.
New Year, New Threats: Deep-Pocketed Lawyers Rally to Push Gun-Control Agenda
BY Jordan Michaels Published: December 12, 2016 Updated: December 12, 2016If you thought the gun control lobby would (finally) roll over and die after Donald Trump’s shocking victory on November 8, think again.